Local brews buck the recession

Sales of locally-produced ales are soaring in the on-trade, according to the Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA).

Cocktail push for Licor 43

The Spanish liqueur brand Licor 43 is embarking on an on-trade push in the UK market with a cocktail booklet featuring the drink in 43 recipes.

Berberana launches Carta de Plata

Berberana has added Carta de Plata to its portfolio - a new mid-priced 'popular premium' wine.

Currency changes knock Zubrowka producer

Zubrowka vodka producer CEDC saw net profit fall by 18% in the three months to June 30, driven primarily by adverse currency movements.

Cost savings boost Carlsberg profits

Improved efficiencies helped Danish brewer Carlsberg post a 26% increase in like-for-like operating profit in the first six months of 2009.

Bibendum picks up Roux

Bibendum has bolstered its Burgundy portfolio with the addition of St-Aubin-based firm, Domaine Roux Père et Fils.

W&M consults on job cuts

Scotch whisky producer Whyte & Mackay is undertaking a "major review" of its operations which it says could lead to the loss of 85 jobs in Scotland.

Arniston Bay moves distribution to Percy Fox

Arniston Bay has moved its distribution to Percy Fox following the end of Ehrmanns' partnership with the Company of Wine People and its buy out by Global Vintners.

Balvenie in link with Slow Food

The Balvenie has become the first Scotch whisky producer to become a supporting member of the Slow Food organisation.

Wines in the press - July 31- August 2

The Guardian

Victoria Moore is visiting the Romanée-Conti DRC, vineyards where she says, "in scale, everything is tiny".

Wines in the press - July 31- August 2

The Guardian

Victoria Moore is visiting the Romanée-Conti DRC, vineyards where she says, "in scale, everything is tiny".

Rexam closes Dmitrov plant

Rexam Beverage Can Europe & Asia will close its Dmitrov plant near Moscow because of a reduction in demand due to the recession.

Committee to consider Scotch inquiry

A Scottish Parliament committee has said it will consider a call for an inquiry into the Scotch whisky industry.

Wood's 100 recognise armed forces in summer campaign

Wood's 100, the premium dark rum is recognising the heritage and courage of Britain's armed forces by launching a summer campaign to discover "what makes a modern day hero".

MPs say alcohol guidelines should be reviewed

MPs on the Commons Public Committee have released a report stating the Government should consider whether the current safe drinking and alcohol unit guidelines are "fit for purpose." 

Lanchester Wine Cellars launch brand in 187ml bottle

The ever diminishing size of wine bottles as a result of the recession sees Lanchester Wine Cellars launch its new 187ml bottle size and brand, Inspiral.

Chewton Glen team wins gastronomy competition

A two-man sommelier and chef team from Chewton Glen have become winners of the Academy of Food & Wine's Gastronomy Team of the Year competition 2009.

Bay slashes debt in new finance deal

The operator of popular restaurant chains La Tasca, Slug and Lettuce and ha ha and grill brands has undergone a financial restructuring that will see its debts slashed by £100m.

Oliver teams up with Naked Wine

Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver has teamed up online with UK wine retailer Naked Wines to feature a dedicated wine section on his website.

BBPA blasts mandatory code plans

The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) has launched a last-ditch broadside against government plans for a mandatory code of practice on alcohol sales branding them "ill conceived", "untargeted" and likely to cost the embattled industry £58m.